I was so enraptured by the biblical call that was set before me. I remember so clearly receiving the call from God and deep down thinking, ' Am I really capable of being obedient enough to walk this out? Like the whole thing.?'ĭoing more than just sharing with people that we felt called to adopt and not just learning about adoption but really and truly doing the necessary things to bring this entire thing into fruition with the result of becoming parents and walking out this call on a daily basis. But it was the actions took time and energy I felt like I didn't have.In 2013 when God began to prompt our hearts to adopt, I had no idea what it meant to put action to my good intentions. It was easy for me to recognize things and needs.

If I'm candid, at first, I didn't want to hear it. I began to realize that my good intentions weren't equating to biblical obedience. It wasn't until the last two years or so that God began speaking to me about the difference between good intentions and actions. I've always been quick to let myself off the hook knowing deep down I have pure intentions. The surprises of motherhood got in the way. However, when it came down to it, schedules got in the way, I lacked resources, energy, etc. I have always been someone who can dream up some grand things the best intentions. To be honest, I used good intentions as a crutch for far too long. 'It's the thought that counts' was my philosophy for many years.

Salvation by Piper Kay